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Kanye West protégé, Melanie Fiona, releases her debut album The Bridge, featuring an illustrious list of producers including Vada Nobles (Lauryn Hill), Salaam Remi (Amy Winehouse) and Future Cut (Lily Allen) and the songs reveal a sweet push-and-pull between the old and the new. Fiona is at once Canadian and Caribbean, strong and sexy, contemplative and joyous, and despite the many moods and musings of her debut, there is one defining element. The girl’s got soul.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
A curiously supplanted sample of The Zombies' 1968 single
'Time Of The Season' kicks opening track 'Give It To Me Right'
from Melanie (Nee Hall) Fiona's debut album 'The Bridge' into play.
It is an oddly misguided idea.
Ms Fiona/Hall has a distinctive voice. Strong, flexible and
able to carry a melody purposefully.
Like Jennifer Hudson before her it is very likely that
she is destined for the big-time but (as with Ms Hudson)
there are some substantial problems with her debut release.
There are a handful of standout tracks in this collection
of thirteen songs but it is a patchy offering as a whole,
largely due to the number of producers involved (I counted a dozen!)
Too many cooks sometimes do, indeed, spoil the broth.
The album lacks coherence, identity and direction.
It is not quite sure what it wants to be.
The sound of the sixties is present and correct : 'Bang Bang',
'Monday Morning', 'Johnny' and 'Please Don't Go (Cry Baby)';
a pinch of reggae here : 'Sad Songs'; a spoonful of R&B there :
'Ay Yo', 'Walk On By' and 'G.A.M.'.
This potentially great singer and those who rule her need to
stop and have a good think about the next step in her career.
Sharper focus and a little less stylistic diversity might well
guarantee her a place in the pantheon of fierce and enduring
big-haired, big-voiced soul divas.
(Listen elsewhere to the Paul Emmanuel remix of 'Give It
To Me Right' if you need further proof of her worth).
I believe better things will come.
'Time Of The Season' kicks opening track 'Give It To Me Right'
from Melanie (Nee Hall) Fiona's debut album 'The Bridge' into play.
It is an oddly misguided idea.
Ms Fiona/Hall has a distinctive voice. Strong, flexible and
able to carry a melody purposefully.
Like Jennifer Hudson before her it is very likely that
she is destined for the big-time but (as with Ms Hudson)
there are some substantial problems with her debut release.
There are a handful of standout tracks in this collection
of thirteen songs but it is a patchy offering as a whole,
largely due to the number of producers involved (I counted a dozen!)
Too many cooks sometimes do, indeed, spoil the broth.
The album lacks coherence, identity and direction.
It is not quite sure what it wants to be.
The sound of the sixties is present and correct : 'Bang Bang',
'Monday Morning', 'Johnny' and 'Please Don't Go (Cry Baby)';
a pinch of reggae here : 'Sad Songs'; a spoonful of R&B there :
'Ay Yo', 'Walk On By' and 'G.A.M.'.
This potentially great singer and those who rule her need to
stop and have a good think about the next step in her career.
Sharper focus and a little less stylistic diversity might well
guarantee her a place in the pantheon of fierce and enduring
big-haired, big-voiced soul divas.
(Listen elsewhere to the Paul Emmanuel remix of 'Give It
To Me Right' if you need further proof of her worth).
I believe better things will come.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
This album is pretty good pop music to listen to when you just want something fun and enjoyable to pass the time. From other reviews it may be true that this set is not groundbreaking but it has been prepared with careful thought and skilful production and a touch of love in the mix! This counts for a lot in my book and raises this CD above most of this genre.I can't beleive no one has pointed out that 'Sad Songs' is a reliable re-incarnation of the Janet Kay; Lover's Rock' classic Silly Games. This version should have got a chart position it works so well.
5 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Another rising star for 2009, however this one has kept quieter and has not YET made the big time - but that will change with this album
With comparisons to Jazmine Sullivan, Solange Knowles and Beverley Knight - this woman has got a lot to live up to.However with awesome songs such as Jonny (Sticks in your head), Bang Bang, Monday Morning as well as the first single Give It To Me Right showcase her mind blowing vocal range as well as remind us that this style of soul music is not dead but very much alive in this woman.
Beverley Knight had better release a brill album in September or her crown could be stolen by Melanie as this album has no fillers and leaves u wanting more
With comparisons to Jazmine Sullivan, Solange Knowles and Beverley Knight - this woman has got a lot to live up to.However with awesome songs such as Jonny (Sticks in your head), Bang Bang, Monday Morning as well as the first single Give It To Me Right showcase her mind blowing vocal range as well as remind us that this style of soul music is not dead but very much alive in this woman.
Beverley Knight had better release a brill album in September or her crown could be stolen by Melanie as this album has no fillers and leaves u wanting more
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the bridge
i think meleane fiona is a good artist but as an ablum goes it was a let down the whole bridge thing i did not like. it was neither here or there a bit bubble gum music for me. Read more
Published 1 month ago by speedy
the bridge
i like like like this cd, really dislike one or two songs just because i like calm music, but the other songs that i love, are the reason i'm glad i boughgt it, i have a could... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Shan
Variety
Interesting mix of music genre's which shows Melanie's versatility. My favourite is 'Sad Songs' which is often on repeat! Read more
Published 13 months ago by M. D. Myrie
underated singer
Loved this album all songs are upbeat catchy ,i think melonie fiona would be a massive star if she was given better material ,cant say much more cos wife pinched it for her car... Read more
Published 14 months ago by shilo
The Bridge
Great! We saw Melanie perform as a support at Alecia Keys in Birmingham. She totally outshone her. Would highly recommend!!
Published 22 months ago by Jules
Melanie Fiona's treat
After seeing this lady at Alicia Key's concert knew that we wanted to hear more of her. Really like the diversity in her work. Very gifted women with a lot of power in her voice. Read more
Published 24 months ago by Mrs. Hayley M. Pearce
Mediocre with a capital M
Only one track on the album with any musical credance...'Teach Him'. The rest is just regurgitated same old same old dross. Ultimately disappointing.
Published on 11 Jan 2010 by Mr. H. Carter
ONE OF THE BEST ALBUMS THIS YEAR
This easily has to be one of the best albums released this year, Melanie Fiona has to be an artist worth keeping your attention focused on. Read more
Published on 1 Oct 2009 by lyrical
all I can say is WOW
Melanie Fiona is the next best thing. I have this album for some time already and I can't get enough of it. All the songs are great and there's no need to skip any of them. Read more
Published on 29 Sep 2009 by Jana
A Great first album
I bought this CD for 1 song and I'm glad I did. I enjoy listening to the whole album, especially while driving to and from work. The songs are smooth and are easy on the ears.
Published on 23 Sep 2009 by F. Biffin
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